Lymphtic Flashcards
1
Q
What are the general functions of the Lymphatic system?
A
Supports the cardiovascular system
Supports the immune system
2
Q
What are the main components of the Lymphatic system?
A
Lymph
Lymphatic vessels
Lymphoid Tissues and Organs
3
Q
How are Lymphatic capillaries different than Cardiovascular capillaries?
A
Larger Lumen Thinner walls w/ gaps No basement membrane No tight junctions ENDOTHELIAL CELLS OVERLAP FORMING ONE WAY VALVES
4
Q
How are Lymphatic vessels the same/different from Cardiovascular vessels?
A
SIMILARITIES: -Have valves to prevent backflow -Skeletal muscle contractions aid movement of fluid inside vessels DIFFERENCES: -Wider lumen -Thinner vessel walls -No clear boundaries between layers
5
Q
What is the direction of flow for lymph?
A
- Lymph capillaries
- Lymphatic collecting vessels
- Lymph nodes
- Lymphatic trunks
- Lymphatic ducts
- Subclavian veins (of circulatory system)
